ward off

verb

warded off; warding off; wards off
Synonyms of ward offnext
: to avoid being hit by (something)
ward off a blow
—often used figuratively
I tried different remedies to ward off a cold.

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However, the duo was successful in warding off the thieves, who fled on a moped — but not one belonging to the victims, police said. — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026 Soak cotton balls in the essential oil and place them around your home to ward off rodents. — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 28 Aug. 2026 Part of my strategy for warding off would-be pickpockets is investing in accessories with anti-theft design details. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026 Wearing a pair of shorts made with breathable and sweat-wicking fabric can minimize this discomfort and ward off chafing. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ward off

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“Ward off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ward%20off. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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